 Flights carrying 350 evacuees from Afghanistan departed Naval Station Rota for the United States on August 31 in support of Operation Allies Refuge. �The first flight of evacuees to the United States is a testament to all we�ve worked for these past few weeks. We are far from done, but together we will see this mission to completion,� said Captain David Baird, commanding officer of Naval Station Rota. �Naval Station Rota has designated Liberty Field as a temporary lodging area with Halal Dining, religious accommodations and recreation areas also available. In addition, medical care is provided to assess and assist those with injuries and other medical concerns. Reporting from Naval Station Rota, I�m Petty Officer Connor Blake.